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First, I'll start with a disclaimer, Family History is one of my favorite hobbies; but, for the merely curious or the seasoned pro there is no better place to dig the roots of your family tree than the Family History Library of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Second, it really is free; there is no charge and...
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No really. It's why you go there. Even as technology allows us to do more from home, this place is always on the forefront of the technology. I always get something out of it I couldn't have done at home or at a local library. First floor is being remodeled. I wonder what is coming for next time.

This was my first visit to my new happy place. Everyone was very helpful and responded quickly to questions. It was especially helpful to be able to plug into their internet and easily download entire books and documents.
They are continually digitizing documents and books so they are more easily accessible to those seeking answers to their genealogy puzzle.
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The LDS family history library in Salt Lake City is the go-to place for genealogical research. Anyone doing family history who visits it should be very grateful that the LDS church makes the huge cache of resources to be found here freely available to visitors, and maintains a top-notch library chock-full of genealogical resources.
The library is generally well-organized, user-friendly,...
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Genealogy is a hugely popular pastime across the world and you will not find a more comprehensive repository of records than in this library. It's owned and staffed by the LDS church, which sees family history as doctrinal. The staff and volunteers there are excited by the mission of the library and will walk you through every step. It can...
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Let me first say that I am not Mormon. The women there to help ("sisters") were usually kind, even friendly. Most of the men ("elders") did not seem as friendly to a non-Mormon female & one even made me feel beneath him. Be prepared for some discomfort if this isn't your religion, but no one will try to convert you...
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This is THE place in the US for genealogical research. Even during renovation of the first floor, it is well organized and each floor provides access to specific materials: US and Canada sources, foreign sources, microfilms and books. There are lots of computers, microfilm readers and scanners/copiers you can use. It is completely free, but they charge a fee for...
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If you have any interest in discovering your ancestors, this library is a wealth of knowledge and resources. The missionaries are very friendly and helpful. I've only gone once but plan to go again as I feel I only "scratched the surface." It's pretty amazing to see your family lineage. They were able to help me see mine for thousands...
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